ayudarla
“ayudarla” means “to help her” in Spanish (Assisting a female person or a feminine noun object).
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Debemos ayudarla a terminar el proyecto.
A2We must help her finish the project.
Es mi responsabilidad ayudarla con sus maletas.
A1It is my responsibility to help her with her bags.
Pienso llamar a María para invitarla y así poder ayudarla.
B1I plan to call María to invite her and thus be able to help her.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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📚 Etymology▼
The base verb *ayudar* comes from the Latin word *adiutāre*, meaning 'to help' or 'to assist.' The pronoun *la* comes from the Latin direct object pronoun *illam*.
First recorded: The base verb appeared in Spanish texts around the 13th century.
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'ayudarla' and 'la ayuda'?
'Ayudarla' is the base verb form (infinitive) with the pronoun attached, meaning 'to help her.' You use it after another conjugated verb (e.g., 'Quiero ayudarla'). 'La ayuda' means 'She helps' (present tense conjugation) or 'The help' (noun), depending on context. If it's the verb, the pronoun 'la' comes before the conjugated verb: 'Yo la ayudo' (I help her).